Seattle conference hotel transportation
Airport and group transfers for the hotels where Seattle's conferences actually happen: downtown Seattle near the convention center, downtown Bellevue, the SeaTac airport hotels and Lake Washington. Private rides from $75 and Passenger Vans from $200, taxes and tolls included.
How do conference attendees get from SeaTac to their hotel?
Most book a private car or take light rail. A private car from SEA starts from $75 with taxes and tolls included: downtown Seattle conference hotels are about 14 miles away, Bellevue hotels about 17 miles, and the SeaTac airport conference hotels about 2 miles. For groups, a Passenger Van from $200 moves 5 or more with luggage. Planners can send an arrival list so vehicles are booked by flight.
Seattle conference hotel areas
Approximate road distance and drive time from SEA.
Downtown Seattle, convention district
25–45 min
Hotels around the Seattle Convention Center
Downtown Seattle, convention district →Seattle waterfront
25–45 min
Hotels near Pike Place Market and the piers
Seattle waterfront →Downtown Bellevue
25–40 min
Hotels near Meydenbauer Center and the Bellevue Collection
Downtown Bellevue →SeaTac airport hotels
5–10 min
Conference hotels on International Blvd
SeaTac airport hotels →Renton and Lake Washington
15–25 min
Lakeside conference hotels in Renton
Renton and Lake Washington →Redmond and Overlake
30–50 min
Hotels near Microsoft and downtown Redmond
Redmond and Overlake →Major conference hotels we serve
Hotels that host large meetings, by area. We serve every hotel in the region; these are the ones planners ask about most.
Downtown Seattle
Hyatt Regency Seattle (the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest), Sheraton Grand Seattle, Grand Hyatt Seattle, The Westin Seattle and Seattle Marriott Waterfront.
Downtown Bellevue
Hyatt Regency Bellevue, The Westin Bellevue, Seattle Marriott Bellevue and Hilton Bellevue.
SeaTac
Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center, Seattle Airport Marriott and DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport.
Renton
Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport.
Your hotel not listed
We pick up at every hotel in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties. Add the hotel name when you book.
Not affiliated
Seattle Airport Taxi is an independent car service, not the hotels' own shuttle. Hotel names are listed as destinations only.
Group airport transfers for conference hotels
For planners moving speakers, staff, clients or whole teams.
Staggered arrivals
Send the arrival list. We book one vehicle per flight or per small cluster of flights so nobody waits for the last plane.
Name signs at SEA
Meet and greet inside baggage claim for $50 per pickup, useful for speakers, VIPs and first-time visitors.
Passenger Vans
From $200 for groups of 5 or more with luggage. Several vans can run together for larger teams.
Group charters →Departure day
The busiest time is the end of a show, when everyone heads to SEA at once. Book departure rides early.
One invoice
Bookings for a company or event can run through one account, with receipts for every ride.
Corporate accounts →Event shuttles
For shuttles between hotels, venues and dinners, see our events service. Event bookings can be cancelled free up to 7 days before.
Meetings and events →How a conference hotel transfer works
For individual attendees and whole groups.
- Book with your flight and hotelAdd the hotel name, your flight and the number of bags.
- Meet your driver at SEACurbside with a texted meeting point, or inside baggage claim with a name sign for $50.
- Straight to the hotel entranceYour driver drops you at the main entrance or the conference entrance if the hotel has one.
- Back to SEABook the return for after your last session. Departure day is the busiest, so book early.
Conference hotel transfer fares
Starting-from prices for a one-way private ride, for the whole vehicle. Your exact fare depends on your address and is shown before you pay.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Checked bags | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Sedan Tesla Model 3, Toyota Prius or similar | Up to 2 | 2 | $75 | Solo travelers and couples |
| Standard Sedan Tesla Model Y, Chrysler 300 or similar | Up to 3 | 3 | $85 | Business travel, small families |
| Mini Van Toyota Sienna, Mercedes Metris or similar | Up to 4 | 4 | $125 | Families, car seats, extra luggage |
| Passenger Van Groups of 5 or more | 5+ | Group luggage | $200 | Groups and teams |
Included in every booked ride
No add-on needed.
- Private, non-stop ride for your party only
- Taxes and tolls on the route
- Flight tracking and 30 minutes free waiting at SEA
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
Extras, listed plainly
Added only if you choose them or need them.
- Meet and greet inside baggage claim: $50
- Car seats: $25 infant or toddler, $20 booster
- Pets in a carrier: $30. Service animals free
- Extra stops, paid parking and extra waiting time
- Gratuity is optional and chosen at checkout
Conference hotel transportation questions
More answers on the full FAQ, or call us any time.
(206) 788-8851How far are downtown Seattle conference hotels from SeaTac?
About 14 miles, usually 25 to 45 minutes depending on I-5 traffic.
Do downtown Seattle hotels have airport shuttles?
Most downtown hotels do not run airport shuttles. Attendees usually take light rail, a taxi, rideshare or a private car. SeaTac airport hotels often do run free shuttles.
Can you move a conference group from SEA to the hotel?
Yes. Send the arrival list and we book vehicles by flight, with Passenger Vans from $200 for groups of 5 or more and name signs at baggage claim if you want them.
Do you run shuttles between hotels and the venue during the event?
Yes, through our meetings and events service, quoted for your schedule.
Are you the hotel's official shuttle?
No. We are an independent private car service. Hotels are named as destinations only.
How much is a ride from SeaTac to a Bellevue conference hotel?
From $75 in an Economy Sedan, with taxes and tolls included. Downtown Bellevue is about 17 miles, 25 to 40 minutes.
Book your conference hotel transfer
Single rides or a whole arrival list. Exact price shown before you pay.